Summary

In this episode, Courtney interviews Natalie Pointe about her journey from working in big tech to opening a teeny tiny bookstore called Schmendricks. They talk about her journey from her internship at Facebook right out of college; the importance of finding your community and (of course) supporting indie bookstores. She shares how she took steps forward that were the right size for her.

After Facebook, Google and various start ups, Natalie Pointe felt big tech wasn't creating a future she wanted to be part of anymore. So, she found a tech company she felt aligned with - Libro.fm.

Then, she fulfilled a lifelong dream of working the book industry. She rented a space and opened a tiny bookshop in Wilton, CT called Schmendricks.

Listen in as we talk about how she decided to take the leap, when she knew it was the right time and how it's all coming together today.

Recommendations:

• I Cheerfully Refuse: Print and Audio
• The Last Unicorn: Print and Audio
• An Immaculate Deception: Print and Audio
• Libro.fm, Bookshop.org and Libby
  
  

Links:

Instagram: @schmendricks

Website: https://www.schmendricks.shop/

Key Topics

• Natalie Ponte's career transition from tech to books
• The significance of supporting indie bookstores
• How small businesses impact local communities
• The role of books in fostering community and empathy
• Challenges and joys of running a tiny bookstore
• The meaning behind the name Schmendrix and its symbolism
• Balancing a full-time job with a passion project
• The importance of community events and collaborations
• Reflections on personal growth and following passions

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EVOLUTION OR REVOLUTION is produced by Courtney Kaplan.

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